Donaldson introduces high-efficiency, compact-sized diesel filtration
Donaldson Co. Inc., a worldwide manufacturer of filtration systems and parts, now offers a way to deliver clean, dry diesel fuel into equipment. The P575333 fuel filter is a compact version of Donaldson’s P568666 fuel filter and is designed specifically for use on slip tanks, mobile service trucks, inside fuel dispensers and other locations where space
Top management concerns for truck fleets
If you were asked to list your top concerns regarding fleet management, what would your first responses be? Here’s what some of your peers had to say in a recent survey conducted at the 2014 NAFA Institute and Expo by GE Capital Fleet Services. Topping the list of concerns was ensuring driver safety—it was listed
Charting coolant filters choices
According to Jim Watson, engineering director, engine liquid filtration at Donaldson Co., “While heavy EGR coolant systems may have increased coolant thermal cycling and accelerated coolant additive depletion, coolant filter problems related to heat have been noted. Coolant conditions may need to be checked frequently to ensure proper coolant chemical balance is maintained. It’s estimated
Pilot Flying J offering double rewards
Pilot Flying J is offering double rewards points to most of its professional drivers now through the end of September. “Our double points promotion has always been very well-received,” said Jimmy Haslam, Pilot Flying J’s chief executive officer. “Last year, professional drivers earned more than 1.6 billion points through the double MyRewards points program, and
Stertil-Koni announces ‘Achievement of Excellence’ award winner
Stertil-Koni announced that Peter Bowers, the company’s technical sales support manager, has received the “Achievement of Excellence” award. The announcement was made by the company’s president, Dr. Jean DellAmore, before an audience of nearly 100 attendees at Stertil-Koni’s 18th Annual Distributor Meeting, held in Orlando, Florida, May 4-7. In making the announcement, Dr. DellAmore, noted:
Rotary Lift distributors and installers lead ALI-certified lift inspector charge
More than 50 members of Rotary Lift’s extensive service network have completed the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) Lift Inspector Certification Program over the past nine months. “Rotary Lift’s distributor and installer network includes more than 400 companies spread across the U.S. and Canada,” says Ron Lainhart, parts and service manager for Rotary Lift and an
Avoiding CSA citations with LED lighting solutions
Of course, one of the most talked about benefits of LEDs is the potential for decreasing the chances of a CSA violation. Lighting is, quite literally, the most visible aspect of the truck as it rolls down the highway. If there’s a lighting issue, the tractor is practically screaming to be pulled over. Often times,
PulseTech Products details Pulse Technology for lead-acid batteries
Lead-acid batteries, if improperly recycled, can result in long lasting legacies that harm both the environment and humans, said PulseTech Products Corp., an early adopter of corporate green product policy that keeps all types of lead-acid based batteries out of the waste stream, landfills and smelters. According to statistics used by PulseTech, 98% of lead-acid batteries
Woody Bogler Trucking Co. takes a multi-faceted approach to improving fuel efficiency
Tracy Bogler describes his company’s philosophy: “The management of Woody Bogler Trucking Co. believes that we should maintain a continuous cycle of improvement,” says the carrier’s president. “Our longevity has given us the experience to understand that change is the only constant in trucking. We understand that we must embrace change in order to provide
Keeping truck engines cool: The right coolant and coolant filter stand between you and engine repairs
The biggest factors surrounding engine coolant are maintaining engine temperatures, assisting in emission control and being plagued by chemical and particulate contamination, says John Gaither, director of heavy-duty engineering for Luber-finer. In addition, he notes, they often must handle rust, silicate drop out and scale, which is caused by an unbalanced system and needs to
